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$264,232$145 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1520 MERRITT ST

TEMPLE, TX 76504
0
Baths
1,826 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$264K
$252K low$277K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$290,261 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$38,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$252,261
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$290,261
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$290,261

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
53
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
98
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
46
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyBell
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 110 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Temple High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Kennedy-Powell Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Lamar Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Temple Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 76504These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.141
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.119
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,379
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.851 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,759
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,449
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

1520 Merritt St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 88% of homes in Temple 76504
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Temple 76504
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Temple 76504
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Bell County
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Bell County

What homes are worth in Temple 76504

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$76K$459K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Temple 76504.

How it measures up in Temple 76504

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Temple 76504.

Estimated value$264,232
CheaperTypical $178,903Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$145
CheaperTypical $129Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,826 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,403 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 1520 Merritt St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTemple 76504Bell County
Estimated valuepricier than$264,23288% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14571% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,826 ft²79% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac15% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than202397% of homes98% of homes

About 1520 Merritt St

How much is 1520 Merritt St, Temple, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1520 Merritt St, Temple, TX is $264,232 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $251,938 to $276,526. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1520 Merritt St, Temple, TX last sell?

1520 Merritt St, Temple, TX last sold on Dec 27, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1520 Merritt St, Temple, TX?

1520 Merritt St, Temple, TX has 1,826 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1520 Merritt St, Temple, TX built?

1520 Merritt St, Temple, TX was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1520 Merritt St, Temple, TX?

1520 Merritt St, Temple, TX is assigned to Temple High School (high), rated D; Kennedy-Powell Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Lamar Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Temple Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1520 Merritt St, Temple, TX compare to other homes in Temple 76504?

Among the 7,630 homes in Temple 76504, it is worth more than 88% of them ($264,232 against a typical $178,903), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($145 against a typical $129), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,826 ft² against a typical 1,403 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2023 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Bell County, it is worth more than 57% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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